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Volvo V40

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T879 DWLMOT history

T879 DWL is a black petrol Volvo V40 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 153,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2023
Mileage
153,245 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T879 DWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T879 DWL was last recorded at 153,245 miles on 18 Jul 2022, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,212 miles · 14 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
6,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,245 miles
  • 2021 – 149,747 miles
  • 2020 – 148,146 miles
  • 2019 – 143,928 miles
  • 2018 – 136,214 miles
  • 2017 – 128,604 miles
  • 2016 – 121,738 miles
  • 2015 – 113,789 miles
  • 2014 – 105,042 miles
  • 2013 – 94,477 miles
  • 2012 – 83,267 miles
  • 2011 – 71,784 miles
  • 2010 – 61,618 miles
  • 2009 – 57,901 miles
  • 2008 – 50,135 miles
  • 2007 – 46,650 miles
  • 2006 – 43,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,245 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside sill covered in plastic trim signs of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside sill covered in plastic trim signs of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Hazard warning switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,245 miles (+33)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    153,245 miles
    Test number
    206797948424
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill covered in plastic trim signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside sill covered in plastic trim signs of corrosion

  2. Fail153,212 miles (+3,465)7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,212 miles
    Test number
    602893694926
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill covered in plastic trim signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside sill covered in plastic trim signs of corrosion

  3. Pass149,747 miles (+76)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    149,747 miles
    Test number
    951114933730
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,671 miles (+1,525)2 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,671 miles
    Test number
    145562708275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass148,146 miles (+59)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    148,146 miles
    Test number
    174224257158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear boot floor side panels corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear boot floor side panels corroded

  6. Fail148,087 miles (+4,159)6 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,087 miles
    Test number
    800111596766
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear boot floor side panels corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear boot floor side panels corroded

  7. Pass143,928 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    143,928 miles
    Test number
    241138219603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCatalyst only just made emissions test

  8. Fail143,900 miles (+7,686)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,900 miles
    Test number
    968807034559
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCatalyst only just made emissions test

  9. Pass136,214 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,214 miles
    Test number
    569503990512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,024 miles (+7,420)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,024 miles
    Test number
    469925837937
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass128,604 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,604 miles
    Test number
    553246656895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail128,545 miles (+6,807)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,545 miles
    Test number
    695898212150
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass121,738 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,738 miles
    Test number
    354940033496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail121,712 miles (+7,923)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,712 miles
    Test number
    908835803774
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass113,789 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,789 miles
    Test number
    158304785171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,678 miles (+8,636)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,678 miles
    Test number
    348081085144
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass105,042 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,042 miles
    Test number
    689639274130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,009 miles (+10,532)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,009 miles
    Test number
    519465174107
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass94,477 miles (+11,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,477 miles
    Test number
    905755283121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail83,267 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    509392572154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass83,267 miles (+11,483)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    805442372104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,784 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,784 miles
    Test number
    866192571142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,663 miles (+10,045)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,663 miles
    Test number
    218157861122
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass61,618 miles (+3,717)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,618 miles
    Test number
    193435050185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,901 miles (+7,766)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,901 miles
    Test number
    941808739117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,135 miles
    Test number
    481604048122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail50,132 miles (+3,482)2 failures3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,132 miles
    Test number
    784854448181
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass46,650 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,650 miles
    Test number
    280899747121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,322 miles
    Test number
    760347136177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail43,322 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,322 miles
    Test number
    260877836489
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about T879 DWL

Does T879 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T879 DWL expired on 24 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T879 DWL?
The MOT on T879 DWL expired on 24 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T879 DWL done?
T879 DWL was recorded at 153,245 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2022, an average of 6,798 miles a year.
Has T879 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T879 DWL has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T879 DWL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T879 DWL find?
T879 DWL passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2022 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside rear position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity, and 2 more.

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